James Ferris collection of Apple publications and ephemeraM1900

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Stanford 94305-6064
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Language of Material: English
Contributing Institution: Department of Special Collections and University Archives
Title: James Ferris collection of Apple publications and ephemera
source: Ferris, James
Identifier/Call Number: M1900
Physical Description: 2.71 Linear Feet Pamphlets, magazine articles, manuals, advertisements, reports, and ephemera (3 t-shirts and 1 coffee mug). (5 boxes; 1 small flat box)
Date (inclusive): 1978-1985
Abstract: Documents and artifacts related to James Ferris' (aka "The Art God") tenure at Regis McKenna Advertising and as Creative Services Director at Apple Computer, ca. 1979-1985.

Conditions Governing Access

Open for research, with the exception of born-digital materials, which are closed until processed. Note that material must be requested at least 36 hours in advance of intended use. Audiovisual materials are not available in original format, and must be reformatted to a digital use copy.

Preferred Citation

[identification of item], James Ferris collection of Apple publications and ephemera (M1900). Dept. of Special Collections and University Archives, Stanford Libraries, Stanford, Calif.

Scope and Contents

The materials consist of Apple Inc. ephemera such as pamphlets, magazine articles, manuals, and marketing materials that were distributed to national and international Apple computer dealers. Also included are 3 t-shirts and 1 coffee mug.

Conditions Governing Use

While Special Collections is the owner of the physical and digital items, permission to examine collection materials is not an authorization to publish. These materials are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study. Any transmission or reproduction beyond that allowed by fair use requires permission from the owners of rights, heir(s) or assigns.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

Computer industry -- California -- Santa Clara County.
Apple Computer, Inc.
Apple II (Computer)
Products, new -- Introduction -- Apple II
Ferris, James

Box 1

Ephemera

Box 2

Ephemera and binder, "Corporate Identity Guidelines", undated

Box 3

Ephemera and magazines

Box 4

Ephemera

Box 5

Ephemera and artifact

Scope and Contents

Ceramic mug with logo, "Apple II Forever!"
flatbox-small 6

T-shirts

Scope and Contents

3 Apple brand t-shirts from the 1980s.